1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 588 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Outback |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |